VVX 500 Series and 600 Series Hardware Feature Descriptions
Reference 
Number
Feature Feature Description
1 Reversible tab Secures the handset in the cradle when your phone stand is positioned at 
a high angle. To secure the handset, remove the tab, reverse it so the 
protrusion points up, and re-insert it. Position the handset so the protrusion 
on the tab fits into the slot on the handset.
2 Speaker Provides ringer and speakerphone audio output.
3 Dialpad keys Enable you to enter numbers, letters, and special characters. You can also 
use the dialpad keys to select menu items that have index numbers.
4 Security slot (on 
side)
Enables you to attach a universal security cable lock to your phone so you 
can secure it to a desktop.
5 Microphone Transmits audio to other phones.
6 Volume keys Adjust the volume of the handset, headset, speaker, and ringer.
7 Mute key Mutes local audio during calls and conferences. The key glows red when 
activated.
8 Speakerphone key Enables you to place and receive calls using the speakerphone. The key 
glows green when activated.
9 Headset key Enables you to place and receive calls through a headset. The key glows 
green when an analog headset is activated, and blue when a USB or 
Bluetooth headset is activated.
10 Touchscreen Enables you to select items and navigate menus on the touch-sensitive 
screen. Tap the screen to select and highlight screen items. To scroll, 
touch the screen, and swipe your finger up, down, right, or left.
11 Home key Displays the Home screen from other screens, and displays the Lines and 
Calls screens from the Home screen.
12 Message Waiting 
Indicator
Flashes red to indicate when you have new messages.
13 USB port Enables you to attach a USB flash drive or a USB headset.
Securing Your Phone with the Security Slot
The security slot is located on the top, left, or right side of the phone and is indicated by a padlock 
symbol. See the hardware figure for your phone for the location of the security slot.
By fastening one end of a universal security cable to a stationary object such as a desk or table, and the 
other end to the security slot available on Polycom VVX phones, you can prevent your phone from being 
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